If you are looking for specific festival dates in 1987, here are the major observances based on the Panchang for Shaka 1908-1909:
According to the Hindu lunar cycle, which follows a 60-year sequence called Samvatsars , the year 1987 was known as .
Disclaimer: Actual tithi boundaries vary by city (Pune, Mumbai, Nashik) by a few minutes. For exact birth horoscopes from 1987, consult a professional Jyotishi.
Marathi Calendar 1987 followed the traditional Shalivahana Shaka marathi calendar 1987
Observed during Magha Vadya Chaturdashi, bringing massive celebrations across Maharashtra's Shiva temples. 3. Phalguna – Chaitra (March 1987)
A major solar festival celebrated with til-gul (sesame and jaggery sweets), marking the sun's entry into Capricorn.
Marked the end of the holy Chaturmas period and officially opened the traditional Maharashtrian wedding season. 12. Margashirsha – Pausha (December 1987) If you are looking for specific festival dates
The Marathi calendar for 1987 follows the system, beginning with the year 1908-1909 in the Shalivahana Shaka era. The year was marked by key festivals starting with Gudi Padwa in late March/early April. Key Features of the 1987 Marathi Calendar: Gudi Padwa (New Year): Fell on March 31, 1987.
Pre-calculated dates for weddings ( Shubh Vivah ), thread ceremonies ( Munji ), and housewarming rituals ( Vastu Shant ).
For historians, astrologers, and families documenting lineage, a vintage calendar year like 1987 serves as an essential tool. It allows people to map accurately the Tithis (lunar days), Nakshatras (lunar mansions), and Yogas that governed the daily lives of millions in Maharashtra during a time before digital calendars existed. Marked the end of the holy Chaturmas period
The calendar dictated the timing of essential Maharashtrian celebrations, ensuring agricultural and spiritual milestones were met: Gudi Padwa : The Marathi New Year fell on March 29, 1987 Ganesh Chaturthi : The state's most prominent festival began on August 28, 1987 , followed by Ganesh Visarjan on September 6. : The Festival of Lights was observed in late October, with Lakshmi Puja falling on October 22, 1987. Other Notables was celebrated on March 15, Ram Navami on April 7, and Raksha Bandhan on August 9. Cultural and Spiritual Significance Beyond mere dates, the 1987 calendar functioned as a , a "Vedic clock" used to track five core elements: (lunar day), (weekday). In 1987, popular publications like
The Marathi Calendar (Panchang) is a vital cultural artifact for the people of Maharashtra. While the Gregorian year 1987 is a fixed point in history, the Marathi calendar for that year bridges the gap between two distinct eras: the end of and the beginning of Shaka 1909 .
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